S. 866In Committee
Accelerating Broadband Permits Act
Require federal agencies to track and reduce delays in reviewing communications infrastructure permits and broaden expedited environmental review for smaller broadband projects
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Require federal agencies to track and reduce delays in reviewing communications infrastructure permits and broaden expedited environmental review for smaller broadband projects
Key points
- Establish deadline risk alerts
- Require permit delay controls
- Require application time tracking
- Expand FAST Act coverage
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-03-05 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text: CR S1581)
Related context
Topics and policy areas
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